[513.] I think wolves are here intended, not dogs.
[533.] In the Esthonian story of the Northern Frog, the monster is secured by an iron stake driven through the jaws. (Kirby's Hero of Esthonia, II., 253, 256.)
[542.] These elaborate and ineffectual prayers and incantations may be compared with the prayers of Achilles for the safety of Patroclus, in Iliad, XVI.
RUNO XXXIII
[40.] Wheat is used in the folk-songs as a term of endearment. (K. K.)
[61, 62.] The Esthonian Kalevipoeg was constantly instructed by the voice of birds.
[285-290.] In Esthonia this episode occurs in the story of the Royal Herdboy. (Hero of Esthonia, I., pp. 279-305.)
RUNO XXXV
[2.] Are blue stockings supposed to be an emblem of strength? Ukko is also represented as wearing them.